Verizon Comms Stock Price, News & Analysis

Verizon Business and Mastercard have announced a strategic partnership aimed at transforming the global payments and commerce landscape. The collaboration will leverage Verizon's 5G connectivity and Mastercard's extensive payment network to create innovative solutions such as contactless shopping and autonomous checkout. Key initiatives include enabling connected devices for seamless payments, enhancing retail experiences, and empowering small businesses with digital tools. The partnership aims to drive efficiencies and improve customer engagement across various industries.

Verizon Business has unveiled new BlueJeans Meetings features for mobile devices, enhancing the mobile meeting experience for hybrid workers. Key updates include improved layout flexibility, a 7x7 gallery view accommodating up to 49 participants, and multitasking support. The integration of Vuzix Smart Glasses for video conferencing and the launch of the motorola one 5G UW ace loaded with the BlueJeans app are significant advancements. Verizon's Mobile Edge Compute service is expected to further enhance performance, reliability, and quality in video conferencing, leveraging the capabilities of its 5G network.

Maven (OTC: MVEN) announced its partnership with Verizon Media to adopt its identity solution across its media brands, including Sports Illustrated and TheStreet. This collaboration aims to enhance advertiser transactions while ensuring consumer privacy. Maven's COO emphasized the importance of maximizing first-party data amidst the decline of third-party cookies. Verizon Media’s solution connects advertisers with 900 million users globally, enhancing campaign optimization through first-party audience data. This partnership is expected to improve consumer relationships and monetization for Maven.

Verizon announced the launch of the motorola one 5G UW ace, an affordable 5G smartphone priced at $299.99 or free with a premium Unlimited plan, starting July 8, 2021. It features a 6.7" HD display, a 48MP camera, and a robust 5000 mAh battery for over two days of use. Users can enjoy superfast 5G speeds and access Verizon's new Adaptive Sound system for an enhanced audio experience. The phone will also include security features like ThinkShield and access to Google Play Pass. The device underscores Verizon's commitment to providing affordable, advanced technology.

Verizon Connect Reveal effectively aided Diamond Landscapes in recovering $500,000 worth of stolen fleet vehicles, minimizing downtime for the company and its customers. The tracking software enabled the quick relaying of vehicle locations to law enforcement, leading to swift recovery. Owner Chris Trower emphasized the importance of time saved over monetary recovery, noting that without the software, their business could have faced severe operational setbacks. Kevin Aries stated that the technology enhances operational efficiency and can be vital during crises.

Verizon Frontline has introduced the Tactical Humanitarian Operations Response (THOR) vehicle, a cutting-edge mobile command center designed for public sector partners, including the Department of Defense and first responders. This vehicle boasts capabilities such as Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband, mobile edge compute, and radio interoperability. Built on a Ford F650 chassis, THOR can be operated remotely and integrates with drones for disaster response. It aims to bridge communication gaps in challenging environments, ultimately enhancing public safety operations.

Verizon Frontline has delivered advanced technology to 14 locations in Arizona to support first responders battling 11 wildfires statewide. The Verizon Response Team (VRT) provided mission-critical communications with equipment such as Satellite Pico-cell on a Trailer (SPOT), repeaters, routers, mobile hotspots, and smartphones. This initiative is part of Verizon's commitment to enhancing public safety communication, developed over three decades of collaboration with public safety agencies. The VRT offers 24/7 emergency assistance, enabling crucial coordination and operational efficiency in crisis situations.

Verizon has officially confirmed compliance with the FCC's mandate to implement STIR/SHAKEN caller ID authentication, enhancing its efforts against robocalls. Over 78 million customers are now protected from more than 13 billion unwanted calls. Verizon completed its network upgrade to STIR/SHAKEN in March 2019, ahead of the deadline. Currently, it exchanges STIR/SHAKEN-enabled calls with carriers covering 80% of the U.S. wireless industry, processing 135 million calls per day. The company's analytics-driven programs have reduced robocalls by 500 million per month.